Our Story
FASTFOILS was born out of a shared belief that the future belongs to those who dare to dream differently. Our founder, driven by a desire to transform industries, came together to create a company that prioritizes innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. Today, we stand as a testament to the power of bold ideas and relentless determination.
We are proud to have a team dedicated to revolutionizing the world of foil technology. Established with a vision to redefine possibilities, we embark on a journey to push the boundaries of conventional foils and introduce cutting-edge solutions that elevate your experience.
Ben Barkworth
British-born, Toronto-raised, Ben Barkworth is the Founder of FASTFOILS™ and the Creative Director and Owner of JUSTB Salon in Toronto, Canada. Ben leads with a mission to inspire, educate, and create in everything he does.
With more than 15 years of experience in providing world-class hair services to his clientele, his work is highly sought after and has been seen on high-profile runways including prepping models at London and New York Fashion Week.
In 2018, Ben was working backstage at London Fashion Week, wearing all black and needing to work fast, when the concept of high-performance foils came to life. He recently received the Inventor of the Year Award at the Hollywood Daytime Beauty Awards for FASTFOILS™ and the 2023 Canadian Men’s Hairstylist of the Year.